Flight Story #1434
Manila, Philippines > Edmonton, Alberta
The request was simple and urgent. Raymund shared that his four-year-old niece, Mikaela, is receiving palliative care after her illness continued to progress despite treatment. Doctors have explained that her time is limited and unpredictable, and the family is preparing for what lies ahead.
Mikaela is his brother’s only child. Raymund explained that during her early years, he spent extended time caring for her while her parents worked. That time created a close bond, one that made the need to travel deeply personal.
Raymund lives on a very low annual income and supports two family members. Despite exploring every option available, he could not afford the cost of an international flight. He shared that missing the opportunity to say goodbye would be something he would carry for the rest of his life.
With support from a healthcare provider, Raymund applied for help. Because of the generosity of Plusgrade, this international journey became possible.
The travel itself was long and complex. Raymund updated the team while in transit, sharing that he had safely reached Taiwan and was waiting for his connecting flight to Vancouver. Even after a rebooked connection, he later confirmed that he had arrived at his brother’s home.
His message was simple:
“I’m really grateful for all the help with my flight booking. Thank you so much.”
Through Plusgrade’s generosity, distance did not stand in the way of family. A brother was able to stand beside his sibling during the most difficult chapter of his life.
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